How much does a Genetics Counselor make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Genetics Counselor salary in Los Angeles, CA is $95,987 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $86,703 and $106,859. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Genetics Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Genetics Counselor Salary $78,250 Los Angeles,CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Genetics Counselor Salary $86,703 Los Angeles,CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Genetics Counselor Salary $95,987 Los Angeles,CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Genetics Counselor Salary $106,859 Los Angeles,CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Genetics Counselor Salary $116,758 Los Angeles,CA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Genetics Counselor need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Case Management: Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.

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clinical practice: Clinical practice is defined as a model of practice that involves those activities with and on behalf of clients, especially those activities completed in the client's presence and with the client's collaboration.

Analysis 0.29%
Case Management 0.17%
clinical practice 0.08%
Others 99.46%

Job Description for Genetics Counselor

Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Genetics Counselor salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Genetics Counselor, the highest Genetics Counselor salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Genetics Counselor salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Genetics Counselor salary is in Miami, FL, where the Genetics Counselor salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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